Not everyone likes backpacks for a quick ride around the house or in the bike park, and neither do I. Tools, inner tube, bars, pump and smartphone still have to be carried somehow. That's why I've been using hipbags for a while now. Since the beginning of the year, I've been taking the Leatt Hip Pack with 2-litre hydration bladder with me on enduro tours.
The bag fits a lot (even a first aid kit, shock pump and rain jacket) and is well padded. The two side pockets are ideal for car keys and tools. The neon inner material makes it easy to find everything. Top! The carrying comfort depends on how heavy you pack the bag. If you've completely filled the hydration bladder and have everything else with you, then the bag will quickly start to bulge. With less weight, it sits comfortably. I was at war with the hydration bladder because I got a wet back. Then at some point I found the hairline crack in the bladder. The bladder zip fastener is also very fiddly to close - especially when wearing gloves. I haven't had this problem with other hipbags before. If you're also wearing a back protector, it feels a bit strange.
Weight Without hydration bladder: 785 grams
Price: 80 Euro
STRENGTHSUpholstery, storage space, bag finish
WEAKNESSESProcessing hydration bladder, no padded mobile phone compartment
Conclusion:
With a volume of five litres, the Hip Pack offers plenty of storage space and good pocket management. A padded mobile phone pocket is missing. The hydration bladder (2 litres) in our sample had quality problems.
